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NFL Draft 2025 best undrafted free agents, including Xavier Restrepo, Cobee Bryant

Read more of The Athletic’s coverage from the 2025 NFL Draft: Round 1 grades | Rounds 2 & 3 grades | Day 2 Winners & Losers

As soon as the 2025 NFL Draft concluded, teams began signing undrafted free agents (UDFAs). Those players help fill out summer rosters for minicamps and training camps, but there usually are a few diamonds in the rough who can develop into impact players — Beanie Bishop Jr., Ivan Pace Jr., Brandon Aubrey and Rashid Shaheed are all UDFA success stories from recent classes.

Of those prospects who landed on Dane Brugler’s final top 300 draft board, who was still available at the end of the draft?

(Editor’s note: The number before each player reflects their ranking on Dane Brugler’s pre-draft top 300 board.)

110. Seth McLaughlin, C, Ohio State (6-4, 304)

McLaughlin has some overaggressive tendencies and needs to continue improving his snap consistency, but he checks a lot of boxes of a starting NFL center with his body quickness, technical approach and intangibles. His medical grade will impact his final projection.

(Update: McLaughlin has signed with the Cincinnati Bengals.)

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167. Maxen Hook, S, Toledo (6-1, 201)

Hook is a hard-nosed competitor with the pursuit skills and athletic talent (burst, speed, change of direction) to compete for a box or two-high role in a variety of schemes. His special teams impact should keep him on a roster long-term, as long as he stays healthy.

(Update: Hook has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.)

168. Logan Brown, OT, Kansas (6-6, 311)

Brown’s untidy technique and lack of experience lead to balance issues, but he has an interesting combination of size, quickness and natural power that can be developed by NFL coaching. He projects as a reserve swing tackle with a path to becoming a starter at some point on his rookie deal.

(Update: Brown has signed with the Minnesota Vikings.)

173. Jared Ivey, edge, Ole Miss (6-6, 274)

Ivey has the length and versatile skill set NFL teams want in their defensive line rooms, although he needs to play with more consistent violence and rush efficiency to stand out when working alongside proven NFL vets. He can contribute on sub-package downs as a rookie and push for a more meaningful role with added consistency.

174. Cam Horsley, DT, Boston College (6-3, 312)

Horsley plays with the size and power to reset the line of scrimmage when he stays leveraged, making it difficult for run blockers to do their job. He has the talent to be a rotational nose for a long time in the NFL.

(Update: Horsley reportedly is signing with the Tennessee Titans.)

177. Joshua Gray, C, Oregon State (6-5, 299)

Gray is a fluid big man with the mobility that can be weaponized in a zone-blocking scheme, although the lingering concern is whether or not he will be able to anchor at shallow depth and hold up against NFL power. He should provide depth at both center and guard.

(Update: Gray reportedly is signing with the Atlanta Falcons.)

187. Jake Briningstool, TE, Clemson (6-6, 241)

Briningstool is a tall, lean athlete who understands how to maximize his catch radius and offers enough competitiveness as a blocker to fight for playing time once on an NFL roster. He projects as an “F” tight end, similar to Josh Whyle.

(Update: Briningstool has agreed to terms with the Kansas City Chiefs.)

188. Jah Joyner, edge, Minnesota (6-4, 262)

Joyner has impressive physical attributes with the toolbox that NFL coaches want to work with, but he is still learning the finer points of the pass rush and his impact doesn’t currently reflect his traits. He has the upside of an NFL starter, but his tape shows a rotational player — until he proves otherwise.

(Update: Joyner has signed with the Las Vegas Raiders.)

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193. Zy Alexander, CB, LSU (6-1, 187)

Alexander won’t be an ideal fit for every scheme, but he has the athleticism, body length and ball skills to compete for a starting role in Cover 3. Because of his run-support skills, several NFL teams view him as a better fit at safety.

(Update: Alexander has signed with the Seattle Seahawks.)

196. Nick Nash, WR, San Jose State (6-2, 203)

Nash doesn’t have the explosive speed to be a high-end separator, but he plays well to his strengths and has the ball skills and physicality that will translate. He projects best as a “big” slot and possession target.

(Update: Nash reportedly is signing with the Atlanta Falcons.)

200. Hollin Pierce, OT, Rutgers (6-8, 341)

Pierce is a towering offensive tackle with rare length to steer and swallow up defenders, although there are drawbacks to his frame that leave him off balance. He projects as a swing backup in the NFL, with a chance to be more.

(Update: Pierce signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.)

201. Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas (5-11, 185)

Bond has unquestioned athletic talent and upside, but he will need to prove to be more reliable within the structure of an offense for an NFL coaching staff to trust him. There is a boom-or-bust element to his projection, especially given his recent legal issue.

205. Tommi Hill, CB, Nebraska (6-1, 213)

Hill is a good-sized man corner with the competitiveness and athleticism to push for early playing time in the NFL. Drafting him will require a leap of faith that he’ll return to his 2023 form, but it won’t be surprising if he outplays his draft spot.

209. CJ Dippre, TE, Alabama (6-5, 256)

Dippre doesn’t have a true distinguishing trait as a blocker or receiver, but he is good enough in both areas to have a fighting chance at a roster spot. His special teams experience will be an asset in camp.

(Update: Dippre has signed with the New England Patriots.)

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211. Nazir Stackhouse, DT, Georgia (6-4, 327)

Stackhouse is a naturally powerful human who can two-gap, eat up double teams and make run stops at the line. He will add early-down nose tackle depth to an NFL defense.

(Update: Stackhouse reportedly is signing with the Green Bay Packers.)

212. Xavier Restrepo, WR, Miami (5-10, 202)

It can be easy to get caught up in Restrepo’s lack of top-tier size/speed traits, but his toughness and dependability securing grabs will give him a chance to carve out a productive slot role in the NFL. His competitive nature and football instincts are similar stylistically to the traits of Julian Edelman.

(Update: Restrepo is signing with the Tennessee Titans.)

214. Jared Harrison-Hunte, DT, SMU (6-3, 290)

Harrison-Hunte might not be an ideal body/style fit for every defense, but he is explosive, active and promising in enough areas on the field to earn a rotational role in an attacking, one-gapping scheme.

218. Sebastian Castro, S, Iowa (5-11, 203)

Castro is an instinctive zone defender with trustworthy football character, but his ordinary speed and explosiveness limit his upside in most schemes. He best fits as a big nickel safety, likely as a backup.

(Update: Castro has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.)

219. Joe Huber, G, Wisconsin (6-5, 310)

Huber might not have a true distinguishing trait, but he also doesn’t have any glaring weaknesses that would keep him from becoming a depth piece on an NFL roster. He is best suited for a power-based scheme and offers proven versatility on the interior.

(Update: Huber reportedly is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.)

222. Eugene Asante, LB, Auburn (6-1, 223)

Asante needs to play with better restraint to avoid mistakes, but he sets the tempo with overflowing adrenaline. Players with his combination of speed, energy and competitive toughness usually find ways onto NFL rosters. His special teams impact will stand out immediately.

(Update: Asante reportedly is signing with the Miami Dolphins.)

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229. Bru McCoy, WR, Tennessee (6-2, 209)

McCoy doesn’t consistently live up to the promise of his tools on tape, but he is a big, physical possession target, and his size/speed/strength talent is worth the gamble as a team’s potential WR4/5.

230. Cobee Bryant, CB, Kansas (6-0, 180)

Some NFL teams won’t be able to reconcile the slight frame and average speed, but Bryant’s decisive reactor, ball skills and dog mentality are promising ingredients at the position. He can press, although he is at his best in zone and off coverage.

(Update: Bryant reportedly is signing with the Atlanta Falcons.)

231. Isaiah Neyor, WR, Nebraska (6-4, 218)

Neyor is arguably the most physically gifted athlete in the 2025 NFL Draft class, but aggressive defenders can negate his physical advantages and the inconsistencies in his game make him a better talent than a football player. He has upside as a receiver and will help his chances if he can prove himself as a gunner on special teams.

237. Kaimon Rucker, edge, North Carolina (6-1, 255)

Rucker doesn’t have the high-level rush tools to make teams easily overlook his size deficiencies, but he plays with a violent energy that gives him a chance to carve out a role. His game resembles that of Ogbo Okoronkwo, who has been a productive NFL pass rusher.

238. Eli Cox, C, Kentucky (6-5, 306)

Cox doesn’t have ideal power, which will be noticeable if he’s tasked with facing long-armed NFL defenders, but he moves well and could provide depth in the right situation. He projects best in a zone-based system.

(Update: Cox has signed with the Houston Texans.)

239. Jalin Conyers, TE, Texas Tech (6-3, 260)

Conyers has NFL athleticism and talent. Whether or not he can fine-tune the details will determine his chance of carving out a long-term role as a No. 2 TE option. He has the versatility to be flexed around the field as a steady blocker and target.

(Update: Conyers reportedly is signing with the Miami Dolphins.)

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243. Clay Webb, G, Jacksonville State (6-4, 312)

Webb has the feel and core strength to execute different run-blocking schemes, although answering the length and power of NFL defensive linemen will be a major jump. Convincing an NFL coaching staff that he can provide depth at both guard and center will be critical for his chances of making a roster.

(Update: Webb has signed with the Denver Broncos.)

249. Joshua Simon, TE, South Carolina (6-4, 239)

Simon has explosive elements to his profile, along with the ball skills and toughness that will serve him well in an NFL tight end room. He projects as a reserve F tight end.

(Update: Simon reportedly is signing with the Atlanta Falcons.)

250. Alijah Huzzie, CB, North Carolina (5-10, 193)

Huzzie is more quick than explosive and will have some tough moments against NFL size, but his coordinated athleticism and compete skills help keep him connected in coverage. His tape reminds me of Kindle Vildor when he was coming out of Georgia Southern in the 2020 draft class. His recent ACL injury will affect his projection.

(Update: Huzzie reportedly is signing with the Houston Texans.)

252. Luke Kandra, G, Cincinnati (6-5, 320)

Kandra is mechanical and upright in his movements, so it doesn’t always look pretty, but he finds a way, rarely allowing his quarterback to be pressured and routinely executing his assignments in the run game. If he lands in the right spot, he could stick on an NFL roster.

(Update: Kandra reportedly is signing with the Carolina Panthers.)

253. Malik Verdon, S, Iowa State (6-4, 219)

Verdon is a tall, long athlete with a unique skill set as a low-hole defender, but his anticipation and finishing skills must improve before he is ready for full-time snaps in the NFL. Learning to make an impact on special teams will be important for him.

(Update: Verdon has signed with the Atlanta Falcons.)

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254. Max Brosmer, QB, Minnesota (6-2, 218)

Brosmer is inconsistent when asked to play outside of structure, but he has several redeeming qualities, most notably his intelligence and drive, the chief reasons he can carve out a backup role in the NFL.

(Update: Brosmer reportedly is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.)

256. Raheim Sanders, RB, South Carolina (6-0, 217)

Sanders doesn’t consistently run as powerfully as his size might suggest, but he shows vision at the line of scrimmage to press, cut and stay on his feet through contact. His receiving skills will expand his usefulness for an NFL offense.

(Update: Sanders has agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Chargers.)

259. Eric Gregory, DT, Arkansas (6-3, 319)

Gregory is an athletic-looking 320-pounder who has enough power to control the block in front of him, but he is more likely to be on the clean-up crew (rather than the defender creating disruption). He has the foundation of an early-down backup in the NFL.

(Update: Gregory has signed with the Cincinnati Bengals.)

260. Elijah Ponder, edge, Cal Poly (6-3, 251)

Ponder doesn’t always play up to his testing numbers, but he rushes with an initial and late burst to affect the quarterback. He projects as a sub-package rusher.

(Update: Ponder has signed with the New England Patriots.)

262. Corey Kiner, RB, Cincinnati (5-9, 209)

Kiner is a compactly built tackle breaker. He won’t impress with speed or burst, but his balance through contact will be his NFL ticket. Proving himself on passing downs will help his chances of making a roster.

(Update: Kiner is signing with the San Francisco 49ers.)

264. Esa Pole, OT, Washington State (6-5, 323)

Pole is still very much a work in progress and needs to bank valuable experience. At the end of the day, though, nimble athletes with his size and strength are tough to find. He is worth a draft pick as a developmental option and practice squad candidate.

(Update: Pole has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.)

266. Jackson Woodard, LB, UNLV (6-2, 230)

It will be tough for Woodard to be as dynamic in the NFL as he was in college, but his play recognition, toughness and intangibles are traits that keep players on NFL rosters. He can become a team’s fourth linebacker and a special-teamer, with a chance to rise from there.

(Update: Woodard has signed with the Seattle Seahawks.)

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267. BJ Adams, CB, UCF (6-2, 187)

Adams is long-limbed with enough athleticism to match routes from press, but he plays wild and upright in his movements, and his freelancing technique leads to spacing issues that NFL receivers will exploit. He is a developmental option for man-heavy teams.

(Update: Adams has signed with the Miami Dolphins.)

268. Jay Higgins, LB, Iowa (6-0, 224)

Higgins’ lack of ideal speed and length will be more glaring in the NFL, but he consistently punches above his weight class. His instincts and toughness will help disguise concerns about his game, too. His game is reminiscent of Anthony Walker, who has been a productive pro when healthy.

(Update: Higgins has agreed to terms with the Baltimore Ravens.)

271. Elijah Simmons, DT, Tennessee (6-1, 334)

Simmons has the natural body girth to grow roots and play stout against down blocks and double teams, but he will need to prove to NFL coaching that he can handle more of a workload to lock down a roster spot. He projects as an early-down nose.

(Update: Simmons reportedly is signing with the Arizona Cardinals.)

272. Ethan Downs, edge, Oklahoma (6-4, 269)

Downs has some tweener traits and will be caught in between positions for several schemes, but he is a high-motor, blue-collar base end, and coaches will appreciate that they’ll know exactly what they are getting every down. His experience on special teams (382 snaps in college) can help him earn a backup role.

(Update: Downs reportedly is signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars.)

275. Donovan Edwards, RB, Michigan (5-11, 205)

Edwards’ inconsistent vision and contact balance as an inside runner will limit his role in the NFL, but his pass-catching skills could be his saving grace toward earning a roster spot. He projects as a change-of-pace runner with receiving versatility.

(Update: Edwards has signed with the New York Jets.)

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276. Xavier Truss, OT, Georgia (6-7, 309)

Truss needs to develop better consistency to stick at the next level, but he is large, competitive and experienced at multiple positions, which likely will get him drafted late. He can fight for a swing backup role, likely at guard.

277. Jake Majors, C, Texas (6-3, 304)

Majors (a left-handed snapper) is a center-only prospect with a relatively low pro ceiling, but there is a consistency to his game that is easy to appreciate, because of his football-playing instincts and competitiveness. He projects as an NFL backup, although his lack of position flexibility will work against him.

(Update: Majors reportedly is signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.)

278. Montrell Johnson Jr., RB, Florida (5-11, 212)

Johnson is at his best when he trusts his tempo to play off blocks with contact balance and physicality, searching for a lane to unleash his speed. He hasn’t proven himself enough on passing downs, but he reminds me of an off-brand Chuba Hubbard-style runner.

(Update: Johnson reportedly is signing with the Philadelphia Eagles.)

280. Jailin Walker, LB, Indiana (6-0, 219)

Walker is shot out of a cannon when he trusts his vision, and his 2024 jump in production against better competition is encouraging. As confirmed by his testing numbers, he has the speed and wiring to shine on special teams while adding depth on defense.

281. Elijhah Badger, WR, Florida (6-1, 200)

Badger needs to improve his route awareness for NFL quarterbacks and coaches to trust him, but the athleticism and catch-point talent are there for him to find a role.

(Update: Badger reportedly is signing with the Kansas City Chiefs.)

283. Tyler Batty, edge, Kansas (6-6, 271)

Batty might not bring the impact consistency NFL teams want in a starter or high-end backup, but he wins in different ways — defensive coordinators who place premiums on size and motor will welcome him with open arms. He can be a day one depth player.

(Update: Batty reportedly is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.)

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284. Mello Dotson, CB, Kansas (6-1, 183)

Dotson lacks elite foot agility and long speed for man coverage, but he shows a good feel for what the offense is trying to do and reacts accordingly. He will be a potential target late in the draft for a zone-heavy team.

(Update: Dotson has signed with the Las Vegas Raiders.)

285. Seth Henigan, QB, Memphis (6-3, 215)

Henigan will have a chance at a pro career because he can play on time and deliver with touch, but his movements and arm power won’t stand out. He can be an NFL backup in the right situation.

(Update: Henigan has signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.)

286. Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, OT, Florida (6-7, 316)

Crenshaw-Dickson is an active blocker who should be able to weaponize his length with further coaching, although the rough patches in his game will require extra patience. He is a developmental option.

(Update: Crenshaw-Dickson reportedly is signing with the Tennessee Titans.)

287. Marcus Yarns, RB, Delaware (5-11, 193)

Yarns is undersized, which will limit his role in the NFL, but his open-field speed and versatility as a pass catcher can be weaponized by the right team. He projects as a complementary option with special teams upside.

(Update: Yarns reportedly is signing with the New Orleans Saints.)

288. Howard Cross III, DT, Notre Dame (6-1, 283)

Cross has the initial quickness, lateral agility and handwork to play in gaps, although he tends to be reliant on his first step and has too much volatility on his run-defending snaps. He competes his butt off and has upside as a sub-package gap shooter.

(Update: Cross has signed with the Cincinnati Bengals.)

289. Marcus Tate, G, Clemson (6-5, 321)

Tate has an NFL frame with functional mobility and technique but must show he can overcome his questionable balance and body control in the run game. He will boost his chances if he can prove to coaches that he has versatility across the interior.

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290. Sean Martin, DT, West Virginia (6-6, 293)

Martin is a durable player (played every game the past four seasons), with above-average length and body twitch. It won’t be a surprise if he becomes a better pro than college player, likely in a 4i-/five-technique role.

291. Kobe Hudson, WR, UCF (6-1, 193)

Hudson will face even tighter separation windows against NFL defenders and must improve his catch-point focus, but his toughness and traits suggest he could be productive in a complementary role (similar to K.J. Osborn).

(Update: Hudson has signed with the Carolina Panthers.)

292. Jabbar Muhammad, CB, Oregon (5-9, 178)

Muhammad has arguably the most impressive blend of fluidity and ball-hawking instincts in this draft class, but masking his size, speed and strength limitations will be a tough task against NFL-caliber athletes. His NFL-ready skill set will give him a chance to stand out in camp.

293. Willie Lampkin, C, North Carolina (5-11, 279)

Lampkin is an extreme size outlier, which will be a non-starter with most NFL teams, but the tape says he can get the job done with his natural leverage and stubborn hands. There isn’t much of a size comparison for him currently in the NFL, but he is accustomed to overcoming the odds.

294. Caleb Etienne, OT, BYU (6-7, 329)

Etienne doesn’t play with the reaction quickness to answer NFL talent, but he is a mountain of a human with intriguing tools that can be cultivated.

(Update: Etienne has signed with the Cincinnati Bengals.)

295. Fentrell Cypress II, CB, Florida State (6-0, 182)

Cypress hasn’t put consistency on tape, but when you grade to the flashes and trust his testing numbers, you can understand why a team could think there might be something there.

296. Chaz Chambliss, edge, Georgia (6-2, 245)

Chambliss is a sawed-off edge defender who can provide depth as an outside linebacker in a 3-4, but his ticket to an NFL roster spot will be as a special teams ace.

(Update: Chambliss reportedly is signing with the Minnesota Vikings.)

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297. Isas Waxter II, CB, Villanova (6-1, 205)

Waxter needs to polish his footwork and technique, but he passes the eye test, runs well enough and battles on every snap. Some NFL teams have him tagged as a future safety.

(Update: Waxter reportedly is signing with the Seattle Seahawks.)

298. Jamon Dumas-Johnson, LB, Kentucky (6-1, 236)

Dumas-Johnson is sound in his run fits and competes with a confident, physical edge, but he will need to prove he won’t be a liability in coverage to see significant defensive snaps. He has the skill set of a potential role player and special-teamer.

(Update: Dumas-Johnson reportedly is signing with the Green Bay Packers.)

300. Melvin Smith Jr., CB, Southern Arkansas (5-11, 190)

Smith had the pre-draft process he needed to earn a shot — he didn’t appear out of his element against better competition at the Senior Bowl, and his testing verified that he has NFL-level athleticism.

(Update: Smith has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.)

(Top photo of Xavier Restrepo: Todd Kirkland / Getty Images)

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